Charming Urban Sanctuary in the Heart of North Oakland Discover the perfect balance of timeless character and modern comfort in this beautifully updated home. Sunlight pours into the open-concept living space, illuminating original redwood floors and a striking coffered ceiling with rich redwood accents. Recent upgradesdouble-pane windows, fresh interior and exterior paint, and brand-new stainless steel appliancesblend seamlessly with the home's preserved architectural details. The thoughtfully updated kitchen makes cooking a joy, while the full-length basement with laundry area offers abundant storage and endless possibilities for customization. Step outside to your private back deck and take in the serene, landscaped backyard, complete with a mature avocado tree and a lemon treeyour very own urban orchard. Located in a peaceful neighborhood, yet just minutes from BART, AC Transit, and major freeways, you'll enjoy quick access to San Francisco, Hayward, Walnut Creek, and Concordall within a mile. This North Oakland gem is ready to welcome you home.
Active
$854,000
896 53rd St, Oakland, CA 94608
2beds
1,032sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
2,918.52 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$828/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Serene landscaped backyardMature avocado treeLemon treeOpen-concept living spaceThoughtfully updated kitchenBrand-new stainless steel appliancesOriginal redwood floors
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 13, 2025 at 03:47pm
Listed by:
Brianne Jefferson DRE #02245473 916-776-6891,
Realty ONE Group Complete
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 225105618Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Master Bedroom, Office, Dining Room, Laundry, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Walk-In Closet
Dining room
- Features: Bar
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Pantry Cabinet, Synthetic Counter
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Floor Furnace
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Attic: Room
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,032 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 2,918.52 Square Feet
- Features: Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Details
- Parcel number: 14119516
- Zoning description: 1100
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected & Paid
- Water: Water District
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Public, Electric, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Oakland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $828/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $38,454
- Annual tax amount: $2,254
- Price range: $854K - $854K
- Date on market: 8/12/2025
- Road surface type: Paved Sidewalk
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